Applications are invited for fully-funded PhD positions in the Department
of Computer Science at Royal Holloway, University of London, awarded on the
basis of academic excellence to new students who will commence a research
programme in Oct 2015.
We are looking for applicants interested in algorithms and complexity,
particularly in one of the following areas:
- Parameterized Complexity
- Graph Theory and Graph Algorithms
- Constraint Satisfaction Problems
- Combinatorial Optimisation
Please send any questions to Dr Magnus Wahlström (
Magnus.Wahlstrom@rhul.ac.uk) or Prof Gregory Gutin (gutin@cs.rhul.ac.uk).
Successful candidates will work with Dr Wahlström, Prof Gutin, or one of
the other members of the CAA team; see
THE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE, ROYAL HOLLOWAY UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
The Department is one of the UK's leading centres for research into
Computer Science. In the most recent Research Excellent Framework (REF
2014), we ranked 11th in the UK for the quality of our research output,
with over 32% of our publications recognised as world leading, and a
further 55% internationally excellent. The theories we develop lead to the
design and building of novel practical computing systems, and their
application in the real world. Research students enjoy a very lively
research culture and are fully involved in the research activities of the
Department (and share their successes). The Department also funds students
to present their work at international conferences.
INFORMATION ABOUT DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIPS
A Departmental Scholarship provides support of circa 16,000 GBP per year
over 3 years for a full-time student. It also includes a fee waiver to
cover fees at the HEU rate.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should have a good degree (equivalent to a UK first-class
honours or 2:1 degree) in Computer Science or a related discipline, with a
definite interest in mathematics and theoretical computer science.
Applicants should also meet English language requirements (IELTS 6.5 with
no subscore lower than 5.5, or equivalent).
ELIGIBILITY
The scholarships are available to students starting their studies in
October 2015. Home, EU and International students are eligible. Note that
the scholarships do not cover overseas fees (i.e., fees for non-EU
international students), but in some cases there may be possibilities to
obtain overseas fees waivers. Students who have already started their study
programme are not eligible.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants should prepare the following documents: (1) up to 4 pages
proposed research topic/area and the name of a potential supervisor; (2) a
brief covering letter that describes your reasons for wishing to pursue a
PhD in the proposed area; (3) a copy of your CV, including your actual or
expected degree class(es), and results of all University examinations; and
(4) two academic references. These documents should be submitted together
with an online application following the application procedure accessible
from
https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studyhere/researchdegrees/applying/home.aspx
.
IMPORTANT DATES
March 30th 2015: scholarship application deadline
Beginning of April 2015: selection interviews
End of April 2015: decision of the scholarship
Mid May 2015: formal confirmation of the scholarship granting
For candidates who wish to fund themselves, the Department accepts
applications throughout the year. The normal starting date is early October
each year but alternative starting dates can be arranged. Candidates with
visa requirements should ensure that they apply in time for their visa to
be issued in advance of their planned start date.
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